Page 37 of Best Memory Care in Illinois

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 368 memory care providers in IL using IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in IL
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Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Illinois. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 80The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Friendly Home Care

Friendly Home Care has worked in Chicago’s Irving Park neighborhood for 35 years. The agency focuses on a few specific needs: dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other health conditions that need ongoing care, not just one-time help. Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide the care. Staff are available 24 hours a day, every day of the week.

The agency offers many services; these include respite care, help with daily tasks, meal preparation, medication reminders, transportation, companionship, personal care, and companion care. This means the agency covers both medical needs and everyday social support. The agency also holds ACHC Accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care.

The office is located at 3427 N Milwaukee Ave. It has a Walk Score of 91, which means most places nearby can be reached on foot. Ascension Saint Joseph – Chicago hospital is less than five miles away. This is useful to know, even though care actually happens in each client’s own home, not at the office.

Friendly Home Care is a good fit for families dealing with a chronic condition or memory-related diagnosis. The agency has years of experience and holds accreditation. It focuses on ongoing, condition-specific care instead of general help alone.

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Overview of Accolade Healthcare of Savoy

Accolade Healthcare of Savoy is a well-regarded nursing home in Savoy, IL, offering memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community also ensures older adults can live comfortably during their stay in a nurturing and welcoming environment. With 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and transportation services, residents receive the utmost attention and care. Through a resident-centered approach to care, the community strives to provide the best possible care tailored to residents’ unique needs and habits.

Memory-stimulating activities, light exercises, and various games help enhance residents’ cognition and maintain their holistic well-being. Thoughtfully furnished rooms and accessible common areas also ensure residents can rest and focus on their recovery. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and bus stops in the lively neighborhood of Savoy, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Illinois.

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Encore Senior Living

101 N Upper Wacker Dr Suite 605, Chicago, IL 60606
Overview of Encore Senior Living

As a property management company, Encore Senior Living in Chicago provides a range of living options to cater to seniors’ varying needs, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Their goal is to help seniors live on their own terms without worrying about safety. The community creates a home with a unique personality. Each resident is valued for their individuality and independence. They offer a variety of floor plans to choose from, so seniors can find the perfect space that suits their lifestyle.\

Designed to provide an engaging and social environment, they have on-site dining where residents can enjoy meals with others, a salon and spa for pampering, landscaped grounds with outdoor nooks for fresh air, community rooms for events, and even a wellness office to ensure that residents are staying healthy and active. If you’re looking for a senior living community that feels like home, Encore Senior Living in Chicago is the perfect choice.

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Overview of Arden Courts Northbrook

Specializing in memory support, Arden Courts Northbrook is a memory care community in Northbrook, Illinois. Dedicated to those living with Alzheimer’s and other cognition-related conditions, the community has a one-level setting. 24-hour nursing support is also provided, along with homestyle dining. For those seeking temporary stays, the community also offers respite services.

Educational discussions, volunteer opportunities, and recreational programs promote holistic wellness and help improve residents’ cognition. Enclosed gardens and patio spaces are also available, ensuring residents can move around and interact with others safely. Its location on Milwaukee Avenue is also near public transportation and other local amenities.

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Overview of Angels Homecare

Receive all the comforts you need in your golden years from Angels Homecare, an excellent home care provider in Lombard, IL, delivering an array of in-home care services in the comfort of your home. Their compassionate and highly-trained caregivers are always ready to assist residents with their daily living activities and give them the companionship they deserve. To make sure residents are given the right amount of care and support, their team curates personalized care plans for each resident, allowing them to feel well-cared for while maintaining their independence.

To help residents get to their appointments safely or go out to enjoy outdoor activities, their caregivers are also available to provide transportation assistance. They also make sure residents are eating healthy and nutritious meals on time by handling the meal preparation. With Angels Homecare, residents can focus on living their best lives while staying in the comforting and welcoming environment of their abode.

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Overview of Park Ridge Healthcare Center

Park Ridge Healthcare Center is a highly recognized nursing home in Park Ridge, IL, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community’s supportive and welcoming environment also ensures older adults are well-cared for. With 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and therapies, residents can focus on their recovery and wellness. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care through individualized care plans.

Holiday celebrations, light physical activities, and various recreational opportunities encourage residents to stay active and gain meaningful experiences. Cozy rooms and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Set near bus stops, a shopping center, and restaurants, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Illinois, especially with its dedication to older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of Northwest Suburbs of Chicago

Featuring in the beautiful neighborhood of Chicago, IL, the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago is a distinguished senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from spacious and stunning accommodations with several floor plans. Having a competent and dedicated team, the community ensures personal care assistance on a daily basis for its residents. As for memory care, those with cognitive conditions receive specialized activities to address their immediate needs.

With its top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can avail of meal planning and preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, medication support, and transportation services for errands. In addition, the community offers companionship and engagement such as hobbies, crafts, and games as it believes that social interaction is integral to enhance health and personal happiness. With Northwest Suburbs of Chicago, seniors are assured of a retirement worth remembering.

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Overview of San Gabriel Memory Care Godfrey

Focusing on specialized memory support, San Gabriel Memory Care Godfrey is a memory care community in Godfrey, Illinois. With intentionally designed studio apartments, the community promotes familiarity and safety. Medication management, weekly laundry, and housekeeping services are also offered to support residents’ daily living. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are also available on-site, along with registered nursing services.

Social activities and recreational programs foster interactions and help improve residents’ cognition. Safety features, including a fire alarm and sprinkler system, and an emergency response system, are also in place. The community also features a care team available 24/7 to ensure accessibility of care at all times.

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Weighting overview

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    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
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    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

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  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

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  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Illinois

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Illinois?

Assisted living in Illinois supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Illinois Medicaid cover memory care?

Illinois Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Illinois) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 368 memory care communities in Illinois. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right memory care community in Illinois?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Illinois, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting memory care communities in Illinois?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.